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October 9, 2025By: Rana PratapAt IMEX America 2025, Puerto Rico showcased a 65% increase in meeting performance, highlighting its impressive growth, while Barbados, Cayman Islands, Bahamas, Jamaica, and Curacao joined to showcase their own groundbreaking travel achievements, reinforcing the Caribbean’s rising influence in global tourism. Together, these destinations emphasized the Caribbean’s growing influence in global tourism, reinforcing the region’s commitment to expanding luxury travel offerings, enhancing MICE infrastructure, and adopting sustainable tourism practices. This collective effort highlights the Caribbean as an emerging leader in the tourism industry, offering a diverse range of high-end travel experiences, top-tier meeting facilities, and a vibrant, sustainable future for both business and leisure visitors.Puerto Rico: Shaping the Future of TravelPuerto Rico’s representation at IMEX America 2025 demonstrated its commitment to growth and innovation in the travel sector. The island showcased a 65% increase in travel performance compared to pre-pandemic levels, securing 257,496 room nights and generating a $164.7 million projected economic impact. This achievement underscores Puerto Rico’s status as a rapidly growing travel destination, particularly in the MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions) sector.Advertisement The island’s tourism infrastructure is thriving, with new luxury openings such as the Four Seasons Resort & Residences in Río Grande, Hilton Duo in Dorado, and the return of The Ritz-Carlton San Juan in 2026. Puerto Rico’s participation at IMEX America 2025 is a testament to its strength and vision in redefining the travel experience.Barbados: A Leader in Luxury and Incentive TravelBarbados also stood out at IMEX America 2025, focusing on luxury and incentive travel. The island hosted the Motivation Luxury Summit 2025 in September, further positioning itself as a top destination for incentive programs. With high-end resorts and exclusive offerings, Barbados continues to attract global planners seeking unforgettable travel experiences for their clients and teams.Cayman Islands: A Strong Presence in Business and Leisure TravelThe Cayman Islands made a significant impact at IMEX America 2025, showcasing their ability to cater to both business and leisure travelers. Highlighting luxury properties like the Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa and The Westin …
